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Record-Breaking Bloom: Tulip Garden Welcomes Over 4.46 Lakh Visitors in Just 15 Days

April 10, 2025 Editor

A Blooming Marvel Captivates Hearts and Sparks Tourism Growth Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Story of Beauty and Milestones The Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, nestled in the pristine foothills of the Zabarwan Range, has once again become the jewel of Jammu and Kashmir’s spring landscape. In just 15 days of the ongoing Tulip Show 2025, the garden has welcomed an incredible 4.46 lakh visitors, smashing all previous records and underscoring its growing global appeal as a must-visit destination. This achievement is not merely a numerical milestone—it’s a celebration of…

Global Conflicts and Tariffs Threaten Kashmir’s Carpet Legacy

April 10, 2025 Editor

Global Conflicts and Trade Policies Threaten the Valley’s Iconic Handicrafts Srinagar, 09 April 2025: A Struggling Legacy Kashmir’s famed carpet industry, renowned for its exquisite hand-knotted silk creations, is grappling with severe challenges as global conflicts and trade policies disrupt its operations. Once a thriving sector, the industry now faces declining exports, shrinking markets, and mounting financial strain, threatening the livelihoods of thousands of artisans and exporters. Impact of Global Conflicts The Russia-Ukraine war has emerged as a major blow to Kashmir’s carpet trade. Russia, a key market for high-value…

Travel Surge in J&K Sparks Concerns Over Environmental and Cultural Impact

April 7, 2025 Editor

Why J&K Wants Tourism Regulated: Striking a Balance Between Growth and Sustainability Srinagar 06 April 2025: A Rising Tide of Tourism, and Its Ripple Effects Jammu and Kashmir, long hailed as the crown jewel of India’s tourism sector, has witnessed an unprecedented boom in travelers visiting its scenic valleys, alpine lakes, and historic landmarks in recent years. While this surge has brought much-needed economic relief to the region, it has also sparked serious concerns among policymakers, environmentalists, and locals about the consequences of unregulated tourism. Calls for stricter regulations and…

Fuel Price Hike Hits J&K: Petrol at ₹100.94, Diesel at ₹87.20

April 3, 2025 Editor

Fuel Price Shock: J&K Consumers Feel the Sting of New Tax Rates Srinagar, April 2, 2025 – Residents of Jammu and Kashmir are grappling with a sharp increase in fuel prices following the implementation of revised tax rates on petroleum products. Effective April 1, petrol prices have risen by ₹1.24 per litre, while diesel has seen a steeper hike of ₹2.17 per litre, bringing the retail prices to ₹100.94 for petrol and ₹87.20 for diesel across the Union Territory. Revised Tax Framework The price hike stems from a notification issued…

Liquidity Crunch Overshadows Eid Festivities in Srinagar Markets

March 29, 2025 Editor

Economic Distress Shadows Eid Celebrations in Kashmir Srinagar, March 28, 2025 – The festive season leading up to Eid-ul-Fitr in Kashmir, traditionally a time of joy and economic activity, has been overshadowed by an overwhelming sense of financial uncertainty. Traders and businessmen across the region are voicing serious concerns about an increasingly fragile economy that has left markets stagnant and livelihoods strained. Eid Festivities Dampened by Economic Woes Instead of bustling markets filled with shoppers, the streets of Kashmir are quieter than usual, reflecting a downturn in business activity. The…

KCCI Sounds Alarm: Mismanagement at Gulmarg Gondola Threatens Tourism Experience

March 27, 2025March 27, 2025 Editor

KCCI Raises Alarm Over Mismanagement at Gulmarg Gondola Entry Points The Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has highlighted severe mismanagement and chaotic conditions at the Gondola entry points in Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir, urging urgent administrative intervention to safeguard tourism and visitor safety. In a strongly worded communication addressed to key government officials, including the Advisor to the Chief Minister Mr. Nasir Aslam Wani, Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Mr. Vijay Kumar Bidhuri, and MLA Gulmarg Mr. Farooq Ahmad, KCCI voiced concerns about the operational inefficiencies at this premier tourist…

Traffic Violations Now Cost 10 Times More – What You Need to Know

March 19, 2025 Editor

New Motor Vehicle Fines 2025: Stricter Rules, Higher Penalties, and a Safer India By: Javid Amin Srinagar 19 March: The Indian government has taken a bold step in 2025 by implementing stricter traffic rules and significantly higher fines for violations. With the rising number of road accidents, reckless driving cases, and traffic rule violations, the authorities have decided to impose tougher penalties to ensure compliance and promote road safety. Starting March 1, 2025, offenders will face heavier fines, potential jail time, and community service for serious infractions. The new law…

Kashmir’s Iconic Tulip Garden Gears Up for Record-Breaking Visitor Footfall in 2025

March 19, 2025 Editor

The garden has an annual budget of around ₹3 crore with three-fourth of the amount going into buying fresh tulip bulbs from the Netherlands; it has played an important part in wooing tourists during the past few years Kashmir’s iconic (Asia’s biggest) Tulip Garden is all set to open for the public in the last week of March with over 17.5 lakh flowers of 74 tulip varieties to bloom gradually this season, officials said. Hectic preparations are underway with over 100 workers and gardeners working round the clock to ensure…

Graded Meat System in Kashmir: A New Era of Consumer Choice

March 14, 2025March 14, 2025 Editor

Kashmir Introduces Graded Meat System: Consumers Now Have Pricing Options In a significant move aimed at improving consumer choice and transparency, meat consumers in Kashmir can now purchase graded meat at varying prices. This new system, introduced by the local administration, categorizes meat into different grades based on quality, allowing consumers to make informed decisions while shopping. The Grading System Explained The newly implemented grading system divides meat into three categories: Super Grade A: Premium cuts sourced from young livestock weighing 13-15 kilograms. This grade is priced at ₹700 per…

₹40 for 6 Minutes: The Hidden Toll of Srinagar Airport’s Parking Predicament – A Kashmir-Specific Crisis?

March 4, 2025March 4, 2025 Editor

A Gateway Marred by Exploitation By: Javid Amin Srinagar’s Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport, the primary aerial gateway to Kashmir’s stunning valleys and lakes, has become synonymous with frustration for travelers. Beyond its scenic vistas lies a growing scandal: systemic overcharging and harassment in its parking zones. While airports across India follow transparent, regulated fee structures, Srinagar stands out for allegations of arbitrary toll collection, sparking outrage among locals, tourists, and activists. This investigation uncovers the layers of exploitation, compares it to national standards, and proposes actionable solutions. 01. “My ₹2,000…